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what is the function of cartilage located in the epiphyseal plates - ANSWERsite of
bone elongation and growth
the bones of the fingers and toes are categorized as blank bones - ANSWERlong
which type of cell produces new bone tissue by secreting matrix -
ANSWERosteoblasts
During appositional growth of cartilage, the cells that produce the matrix are the -
ANSWERchondroblasts
interstitial growth of cartilage increases blank and occurs in the blank region -
ANSWERlength, internal
the bones of the wrist are classified as blank bones - ANSWERshort
Which is a sesamoid bone? - ANSWERpatella
which is false regarding the periosteum - ANSWERit is composed of dense regular
connective tissue
what gives bone its flexibility - ANSWERcollagen fibers
osteoid is the - ANSWERorganic part of the bone matrix that gives it tensile strength.
If a bone is immersed in a weak acid such as vinegar for several days, its inorganic
components will dissolve. What will be the result of such an experiment? -
ANSWERthe bone will become soft and bendable
what would be the effect on bone growth of insufficient dietary calcium -
ANSWERthe matrix would be softer
which bone forms by intramembranous ossification - ANSWERzygomatic
during the process of endochondral ossification chondrocytes in the cartilage model
die. why does this occur - ANSWERnutrients cannot diffuse to the chondrocytes
through the calcified matrix
Based on its range of motion, the elbow is classified as a(n) __________ joint. -
ANSWERuniaxial
which joint is multiaxial - ANSWERball and socket